A vegetarian friend, who is not Italian, once relayed to me a conversation she had with some Italian friends about vegetarian carbonara. Despite the fact that you can find recipes for it and that it’s served in restaurants, they argued that it doesn’t exist. Their thinking was that you can’t…
Hello! I’m back, with a love letter to yet another restaurant in the Mercato Irnerio. This time, I’m talking about Pad Thai Kung, which I think may just be Rome’s best Thai restaurant. Read on for all the details! Pad Thai Kung – Thai Street Food in Rome As you…
When you think of foodie neighborhoods in Rome, what comes to mind? Testaccio? Trastevere? What about San Giovanni? Don’t get me wrong, Testaccio and Trastevere are full of great places to eat, but don’t sleep on San Giovanni either. This neighborhood, named after the church of San Giovanni in Laterano,…
A thorough guide to public transportation in Rome Public transportation in Rome can be tricky to navigate. The city’s buses, metro lines, trams and trains operate at different hours, have different routes, and can be subject to closures, strikes and detours. Sometimes (read: often), ticket machines are broken, and outlets…
The ultimate guide to planning a wedding in Italy I’ve been wanting to write this guide to planning a wedding in Italy since, well, I was planning my own wedding in Italy, but I was, errr, a little busy…planning my wedding. As with all things, I’m writing this based on…
Moving to Italy and need to sort out accommodation? Already here and overwhelmed by apartment hunting? I’ve got you covered! Sit back and jump into my ultimate guide to renting an apartment in Italy! The ultimate guide to renting an apartment in Italy I’ve lived in Italy for twelve years…
I recently spent five days on the Lazio coast in Nettuno. I asked my Insta friends and followers for recommendations on where to eat, and they came through! One place was suggested by three different people, and that place was Zero Miglia. Jeremy and I went twice in the five…
Epiro enoteca and restaurant in Rome Not too long ago, some friends invited me to a new-to-me spot in San Giovanni for dinner called Epiro. Once they said “natural wine”, I was in. Located in its eponymous piazza, Epiro is small but inviting, with cozy indoor dining as well as…
How to get a SIM card in Italy Coming to Italy and staying awhile? I’ve written this guide on how to get a SIM card in Italy just for you! As always, feel free to reach out with questions and I’ll do my best to help you out. Do I…
If you’re a digital nomad, you work from home, or you just want a cool place to hang out, check out Babù co-working cafe near the Furio Camillo metro stop in Rome! Babù co-working cafe in Rome, Italy After six months away, I returned to my beloved Rome just a…